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adapted residential

Adapted residential and therapeutic complex underway in Quebec

Construction is officially underway on a new adapted residential and multifunctional complex in Saint‑Rémi for adults living with disabilities.
yukon

Yukon to accelerate major infrastructure projects

The Yukon government has partnered with Canada on a $350-million investment that will deliver more housing and infrastructure across the territory.
RentCafe insurance

RentCafe adds integrated tenant insurance

In a strategic partnership with APOLLO Insurance, residents can now purchase or upload tenant insurance directly within the RentCafe leasing workflow.
3239 Dundas West

Gairloch breaks ground on new Junction rental property

Gairloch Developments has officially broken ground on 3239 Dundas Street West, a new purpose‑built rental community in Toronto’s Junction neighbourhood.
Lawtonica platform

AI‑based platform brings clarity to Canada’s regulatory maze

New regulatory tool Lawtonica unifies zoning bylaws, codes, and project tools in one platform to help building professionals achieve compliance faster.
recycling

Recycling bin giveaway launches across Manitoba

Manitobans can now access free recycling bins designed for condos, apartments, mixed-use spaces, and single-family households.
housing accelerator fund

Progress update on Housing Accelerator Fund

Thirty‑two municipalities have met or exceeded their Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) commitments, making them eligible for additional federal reinvestment.
Quebec

Saint-Laurent unveils plan for Québec’s first industrial TOD

Montreal’s Saint-Laurent borough has unveiled two master plans that will reimagine the southern part of its territory.
Waterloo

Brightwood rental community underway in Waterloo

Offering 128 rental homes, the six-storey building is being developed by Killam Apartment REIT with support from the federal government.

A historic homecoming at Sen̓áḵw

A powerful homecoming took place May 8, 2026 at Sen̓áḵw in Vancouver as the Squamish Nation celebrated the Blessing Ceremony for the first completed residential tower.

Rental prices return to 2021 levels

Canada’s latest National Rent Report shows rental prices declining for the 19th straight month, bringing average rents back in line with levels last seen three years ago.
buildings policy

Vancouver reviews opportunities for taller buildings

The City of Vancouver is exploring how increased building height allowances could create more housing, job space, and public amenities in the downtown core.
BC housing

B.C. to benefit from federal housing push

BC housing is positioned as a key beneficiary of new federal investments in skilled labour, construction financing, and modern building methods.
emergency

Survey reveals most Canadians aren’t emergency-ready

A new national survey released for Emergency Preparedness Week offers a stark reminder of how unprepared many Canadians remain for disasters.
mid-rise housing

Alliance REIT moves to grow ‘missing middle’ portfolio

Alliance REIT announced it has launched a targeted acquisition initiative to expand its portfolio of “missing middle” housing across Toronto.
Feds seek levers for missing middle financing

Feds seek levers for missing middle financing

More flexible financing and openness to innovation are on the Canadian government’s housing agenda, unveiled in the newly released 2026 spring economic update.
Hazelview greets Presima clients and leadership

Hazelview greets Presima leadership and clients

A newly inked deal will see the boutique REIT advisory, Presima, transfer its asset management contracts and leadership team to Hazelview Investments.